Each backup method caters to different needs: Time Machine for simplicity, Active Backup for advanced features, and Synology Drive for flexibility and remote access.

Time Machine is a free and native built-in backup feature available on all Mac models that allows you to create incremental backups, restore your Mac, and browse files.

Spotted by @StellaFudge on X, macOS Tahoe 26 includes a warning message when using Time Machine to back up a Mac to Apple router-connected storage.